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Apprenticeship Program

May 08, 2017

The LightingtheQCA.com Apprenticeship Program combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job and classroom training designed to prepare all participants for a career as a skilled, certified craftsman. Working and training during the day with contractors and employers, participants of our Apprenticeship Program receive competitive hourly wages, as well as health and retirement benefits after completing 1,000 hours of program training.

“Our Apprenticeship Program is a great option for individuals looking to jumpstart their career, all while doing what they love,” says Alan Anderson, Executive Manager of NECA Quad Cities Chapter. “For those who ultimately wish to earn journeyman status and become a qualified and reputable electrician for over 59 electrical career sections, our program provides the expert training needed to make that happen.”

The 8,000 square foot Quad City Electrical Training Center, located in Moline, Illinois, is outfitted with the latest state-of-the-art technology used in the electrical and telecommunications fields. Replicating situations commonly found on most job sites, the Training Center allows all program participants to receive the practical, hands-on training needed in today’s job market. In addition to the Apprenticeship Program, the Quad City Electrical Training Center also offers continuing education for journeyman electricians looking to upgrade their skills and stay up-to-date with the latest industry technology. The center even offers multiple refresher courses for those electricians who want to sharpen their skills and maintain their competitive edge.

To apply to the Apprenticeship Program, simply visit our website to fill out the application. Once your application has been reviewed by the JATC staff, your transcripts have been received and the application fee has been collected, you will be contacted to complete an aptitude test as well as an on-site interview.

To learn more about the program or to begin the application process, visit our website or contact us today!

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Customer Testimonials

"The American Red Cross has a longstanding relationship with the IBEW in the Quad Cities. During the construction of our new facility in Moline we were continually impressed with the quality of performance and attention to detail by the IBEW members working on... read more

Betsy Pratt

Chief Executive Officer, American Red Cross

"The American Red Cross has a longstanding relationship with the IBEW in the Quad Cities. During the construction of our new facility in Moline we were continually impressed with the quality of performance and attention to detail by the IBEW members working on site. All work was completed ahead of schedule and there was great pride in workmanship demonstrated in all aspects of the project.."

Betsy Pratt

Chief Executive Officer, American Red Cross

"The Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center prides itself in the highest quality of service to the community. The IBEW has the same commitment to service along with quality craftsmanship. That is one of the reasons we used local members from IBEW Local 145 on... read more

Dave Green

Mississippi Valley Blood Center

"The Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center prides itself in the highest quality of service to the community. The IBEW has the same commitment to service along with quality craftsmanship. That is one of the reasons we used local members from IBEW Local 145 on our new $13.5 million facility. Workers diligently labored, even in sub-zero temperatures, so the project could be completed on time and with the highest measures of quality."

Dave Green

Mississippi Valley Blood Center

"In my experience with service calls and smaller scale projects on the Augustana Campus, I have found the LightingTheQCA workers to be skilled and knowledgeable. They bring to the project on-time completion and the ability to remain within budget. That is a... read more

David Barker

Manager of Facilities, Augustana College

"In my experience with service calls and smaller scale projects on the Augustana Campus, I have found the LightingTheQCA workers to be skilled and knowledgeable. They bring to the project on-time completion and the ability to remain within budget. That is a great asset. From their office staff to field personnel, they represent themselves in a professional manner and have been great to work with. What was really important to me was that the project was done on time, and there were no further disruptions by having to call them back."

David Barker

Manager of Facilities, Augustana College

"We used qualified IBEW Electricians during the construction of both the new Rock Island County Animal Shelter and also for the new Rock Island County Forest Preserve Golf Clubhouse. Our Rock Island County Board insists on using IBEW Electricians because of their... read more

Jim Bohnsack

Chairman of the Board at Rock Island County

"We used qualified IBEW Electricians during the construction of both the new Rock Island County Animal Shelter and also for the new Rock Island County Forest Preserve Golf Clubhouse. Our Rock Island County Board insists on using IBEW Electricians because of their superior work quality that we can count on every time. It is extremely important that the work be completed on time and within our budget and we know we can count on both when we use IBEW Electricians. Their professionalism and training set them apart."

Jim Bohnsack

Chairman of the Board at Rock Island County

"Estes Construction works with several electrical contracting firms who are signatory to the IBEW Local # 145 and has done so for the almost 40 year history of Estes. Estes has a mission to be the preferred provider of construction services and it is imperative... read more

Kent Pilcher

President of Estes Construction

"Estes Construction works with several electrical contracting firms who are signatory to the IBEW Local # 145 and has done so for the almost 40 year history of Estes. Estes has a mission to be the preferred provider of construction services and it is imperative that our team members perform accordingly. Estes has come to count on our signatory contractors and their partnership with Local #145 to provide highly skilled and professional electrical workers. The leadership of Local #145 has always emphasized the need for the workforce to perform at the highest levels to insure safe projects, completed with a very high level of quality and within required schedules. Lastly, Local #145 continually works to contribute to a stronger community and industry as they are very active in a number of activities.”

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